| Deutzia gracilis 'Nikko' | |
| Nikko Deutzia | |
| Deutzia gracilis 'Nikko' has an outstanding display of double white flowers in spring. Low growing shrub that is more compact than other of the species. Bright green leaves on arching branches turn burgundy in fall. Sun to part shade. Attracts butterflies. FEATURES: Botanical Name: Deutzia gracilis 'Nikko' Common Name: Deutzia Nikko Features: Rounded Habit, Fragrant Flower, Dwarf Habit, Bloom Time: Spring Light Requirements: Full Sun -Partial Shade Attracts Butterflies Mature Plant Size: 1 - 2 feet Zone 5 - 8 | |
| Feed March and November with Planttone. Mulch January and June. Thin out 1/3 of the oldest stalks to ground level 2-3 weeks after blooming ends, and then lightly shape. Spray Dormant Oil in March for insect control.Deep soak with Miracle-gro every 2 weeks the first 2 summers. | |
| Attractive groundcover or container plant | |
| Full sun, well drained humus soil | |
| Prune late winter or early spring; spring flowering shrubs after bloom | |
| Spring | |
| White flowers | |
| 2x5 | |
| Upright,Dwarf, compact, fine textured shrub | |
| Full Sun-Partial Shade | |
| -30 to -20 deg. F | |
| Purple fall color |